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67 Notice of Layoff The City Administrator shall give written notice of a layoff to a regular or probationary employee at least 14 calendar days before the effective date of the Layoff. A copy of the notice shall be provided to the Human Resources Department. This policy only applies to regular part-time and full-time employees. Written notice of layoff may be given to provisional or temporary employees at any time prior to the effective date of layoff. C. RESIGNATION When an employee voluntarily resigns from employment with the City, he or she must submit a written notice at least two (2) weeks in advance. Advance notice will assist the City in preparing to fill the position. Procedures The letter of resignation is submitted to the immediate Supervisor, and should include the following: • An indication that the resignation is voluntary • The reason for leaving • The last day of actual work • The employee’s signature Failure to Give Notice If an employee fails to submit a letter of resignation two (2) weeks prior to their actual last day of work, it may result in loss of “good standing” and influence future employment opportunities with the City. If an employee quits, but refuses to submit a letter of resignation, the Supervisor will need to complete a written report on the circumstances surrounding the matter. Unauthorized Absence Unauthorized absences from work for a period of three (3) consecutive work days may be considered as a resignation without proper notice. D. RETIREMENT Retirement is defined as separation from City employment when the employee is immediately eligible, based on age and/or service requirements, for an annuity from a Minnesota public pension plan such as Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Service can be all PERA service credits, or combined service with one (1) or more of the other state covered funds. Employees who intend to retire are encouraged to obtain forms and benefit information from their retirement program administrator well in advance of their estimated retirement date.